Ganderbal, Nov 14: The Wildlife Department on Saturday captured a bear alive in the Alastang area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district and subsequently relocated it to Dachigam National Park.
According to officials, a team of the Wildlife Department Ganderbal carried out the rescue operation after making necessary arrangements to ensure the safe capture of the animal and prevent any potential threat to local residents.
Shabir Ahmad Khan, In-charge of the Wildlife Control Room, Wayil Ganderbal, was also associated with the operation.
Speaking about the rescue, Khan said the bear was captured alive and tranquillised before being taken to a shelter. He added that the animal was subsequently shifted to Dachigam National Park.
The operation was conducted as part of efforts to address potential human-wildlife conflict and ensure the safety of residents in the area.
The successful rescue and relocation prevented a potential safety concern while ensuring the safe handling of the wild animal.
